Administering the INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 Rapid Antibody Test

Familiarizes participants with the Alere Determine HIV-1/2 Ag/Ab Combo Test technology.

Assists service providers in asking questions about sensitive subjects like sex, sexuality, STIs, partner notification, PrEP, substance use, and SOGI (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity), across cultural differences.

Increases participants' confidence and effectiveness by deepening their skills in client-centered techniques of MI, including OARS (open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries).

Introduces two crucial biomedical HIV prevention strategies: pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and non-occupational post-exposure prophylaxis (nPEP).

Enhances HIV test providers’ ability to respond to the impact of HIV-related stigma and discrimination on clients.

Introduces participants with minimal familiarity with HIV/AIDS to the history of the disease; it's transmission and prevention; as well as the rise of effective treatment and biomedical prevention methods.